Stargardt disease
Learn about the symptoms and causes of Stargardt disease.
Summary
Stargardt disease is a rare, inherited retinal condition which affects the macula and impacts central vision, usually presenting during adolescence. Read more to find out about its symptoms, inheritance, and treatment options.
Stargardt disease (also known as Stargardt’s or Stargardt Syndrome) is a rare genetic eye condition that affects the macula – the part of the eye’s retina responsible for sharp, detailed central vision. Stargardt disease typically begins in childhood or adolescence, often presenting between the ages of six and twenty years old. The genetic mutations that cause the condition are present from birth. Stargardt disease causes gradual loss of central vision due to a build-up of fatty deposits called lipofuscin in the retina. These deposits damage the light sensitive cells responsible for clear, detailed vision.
For more information
More information can be found at Macular Disease Foundation Australia.
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